Britain is set to bask in sunshine this summer with a heatwave on the way

After a shaky start to June, we're in for some seriously good weather as a spell of summer warmth is on the way for many parts of the UK.

Forecasters have said temperatures will rise this week as southerly winds move warm air northwards from France. According to The Met Office, there's a chance temperatures could reach 28°C in the London area on Wednesday.

Although a cold front will bring cooler conditions for Thursday and Friday, air from the tropical Atlantic will bring the warm conditions back in time for the weekend, when central and southeastern regions of England could hit 30°C.

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"With high pressure building from the south west and warm air being drawn up from the Azores, the south will see some warm and sunny weather redeveloping from late Friday through into the weekend," Met Office Chief Meteorologist Steve Ramsdale said. "We expect the settled conditions to remain into the weekend but just how high temperatures will get is still uncertain.

"However, the warm, sunny weather is unlikely to affect all areas of the UK, with a north/south split in place. Although still rather warm in the north there will be rain or showers and more cloud at times. It may turn cooler in the far north by Sunday."

So, will the heatwave last? It's looking likely. Although the temperatures might not stay quite so high, The Met Office predicts that the dry, settled conditions will continue in the coming weeks.

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However, while summer is set to be a scorcher, forecasters have also warned about UV levels, which are at their highest at this time of year.

"Is important to keep up to date with our UV forecast so you know when it's essential to protect your skin and eyes from damage," Met Office spokeswoman Penny Tranter said. "You can do this by going into shade, wearing clothing and sunglasses which shield you from the sun, and using sunscreen on unprotected skin."